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Newspaper
Chetwynd The Echo
Location
Chetwynd, British Columbia, Canada
Date
Apr 18, 1979
Page
2
James K Nesbitt argues for fixed electoral timing with federal and provincial votes on the same day every four years. He criticizes Canada's system for enabling manipulation and bribery by politicians, predicting perpetual party control if changes are not made, and contends the system denies true liberty to the people.
A personal column blends poems and small joys with community notes. Easter weekend visits flow across households in Chetwynd and surrounding areas including Allan and Karen MacLaren, Bill and Bev Sterling, Gordon Moore and Collin Young, plus many others.
This week two years ago on April 13 1977 the School Board Trustees District 59 voted in favour of a policy setting limits on beverages sold in elementary schools. The week also noted awards and openings across the region including a Best Defensive Player award for Darryl Campbell of the Chetwynd Mauraders and the opening of Canada’s first Participare in Port Coquitlam.
A religious reflection links the Last Supper to Passover rituals, presenting Jesus as the unblemished Lamb whose sacrifice grants redemption. It ties Exodus to Corinthian teaching, urges believers to live by faith, and depicts Easter as the ongoing Christian Eucharist journey. Local notes follow.
The writer, a 20 year Electrical Union member, denounces NDP socialist policies and cites countries like Russia and China as failures. He urges votes for Social Credit in the upcoming election, arguing for individual freedom and self-determination. A CSA alert warns Viking Sauna products may be hazardous and require inspection. A neighbor labels his yacht a “floating debt.”
A fragmented listing shows a 2:30 pm start and 5:00 to 6:00 pm blocks featuring Major League Baseball and various children's and news programs. It references Sherlock Holmes adaptations, Mr. Dressup style segments, and a CBC News at six with hosts Terry Winters and Bob McLean among other contemporary shows and icons.
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